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Senior / Principal Data Scientist

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Roblox

Roblox

5,001-10,000 employees

Virtual platform for user-generated games

Consumer Software
Entertainment
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$295.5k - $359.2kAnnually

+ Equity Compensation

Senior, Expert

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

San Mateo, CA, USA

In-office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with optional in-office on Monday and Friday.

Category
Data Science
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Python
Airflow
Data Science
R
Apache Spark
SQL

You match the following Roblox's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Deep experience in digital advertising - systems, measurement sciences, and principled incrementality approaches and passion for incentive challenges; experience with ad auctions, and experimentation in market settings
  • 6+ years of industry or academic experience in data science, economics, analytics, or machine learning engineering
  • 6+ years of experience using scripting languages (Python, R), and big data query/processing languages and tools such as SQL, Hive, Spark and Airflow
  • Experience in scaled econometric and modeling, especially in environments with limited data accessibility
  • Experience in data transformation and programming, and in developing data pipelines through use of Spark, Hive, and Airflow
  • Advanced or equivalent degree in Economics / Statistics / Bioinformatics / Cognitive science / Physics or related fields
Responsibilities
  • Advance data-informed decision-making using economic theory and scientific rigor
  • Build and maintain metrics reflective of first-principles, and use them to advance user experience and ad market efficiency
  • Accelerate product development through your understanding of the underlying data and your ability to partner with product and technical leaders to provide insights
  • Design science roadmaps and experimentation agendas to drive success of product feature launches
  • Architect complex and disparate data to enable strategic and system analyses
  • Report to the Sr. Director leading Economy Data Science
Desired Qualifications
  • A strong communicator. You can lead discussions effectively and present analysis in engaging ways. You can explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences and discuss appropriate tradeoffs
  • Passionate about developing other technical talent. You are motivated to share your expertise and develop other team members while leading your own space
  • Highly proficient in a specialized technical area: econometrics, biostatistics, observational causal inference, causal ML, and / or data modeling
  • Proficient in data and applied methodologies. You use innovative techniques (or develop new ones) to extract value and drive insights for strategic topics.

Roblox operates a virtual platform where users can learn, work, play, and socialize. The platform is built around a community of developers and creators who use Roblox Studio, a user-friendly design tool, to create engaging multiplayer experiences. It primarily targets audiences under 18 years old, making it one of the leading entertainment platforms for this age group, as shown by its high monthly visits and user engagement. Unlike many competitors, Roblox focuses on user-generated content, allowing millions of new users to join each month through recommendations from friends. The company generates revenue through in-platform purchases and subscriptions, creating a thriving ecosystem for both users and creators.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$897.6M

Headquarters

San Mateo, California

Founded

2004

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What believers are saying

  • Roblox's partnerships with brands like BBC enhance user engagement through unique events.
  • Recent investments indicate strong confidence in Roblox's growth and financial stability.
  • Roblox's monetization strategies attract developers, expanding its content and revenue potential.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from platforms like MapleStory Worlds could divert users and developers.
  • Temporary content events may lead to user dissatisfaction if not regularly updated.
  • Older platforms like Minecraft and Fortnite pose a threat to Roblox's user engagement.

What makes Roblox unique

  • Roblox offers a unique platform for user-generated 3D experiences and multiplayer games.
  • Roblox Studio empowers developers with intuitive tools for creating immersive digital worlds.
  • The platform's focus on under-18 audiences sets it apart in the gaming industry.

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Benefits

Benefits and Perks - The health and well-being of our employees and their families is our top priority. We offer robust and comprehensive programs with variety to best meet your needs.

Well-Being Benefits - With flexible time off and a bi-annual, company-wide spring/summer recharge, Roblox knows how to balance working hard with winding down.

Financial Benefits - Competitive compensation packages, 401(k) matching, and flexible share incentives that let you choose how to share in our success.

Health and Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, family planning resources, and 12 weeks off for all new parents.

Flexible Workplace - Our hybrid work schedule balances working onsite and working remotely. Enjoy daily lunch and an in-house fitness center when working from our San Mateo headquarters.

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

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1 year growth

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2 year growth

-1%
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